Dance Theatre Northwest

An advanced form of Ballet technique done on special Pointe shoes that allows dancers to go up on their toes. Pointe classes are by teacher recommendation only.

Lyrical is a fusion of ballet and jazz, with expressive motions that tell a story. Contemporary is similar to lyrical and incorporates elements of modern dance to represent ideas, emotions, and self-expression. Students will learn lyrical & contemporary technique along with how to express emotion through movement.

Acro is not the typical tumbling or gymnastics class. Our experienced acro instructor will guide the class towards increased flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline and concentration.

In the first introductory levels, the staple steps of hip hop are explored. A foundation is set as well as introducing dancers to a funkier side of dance. A challenge for many students is breaking out of their comfort zone, and is overcome through a self-expressive dance circle at the end of the class.

Jazz combines many styles and techniques from ethnic and contemporary dance to ballet. Rhythm, upon which all dance forms depend, is particularly integral to jazz dance.

Ballet training will work on providing grace, strength, poise, balance and flexibility which will help improve students’ training in other subjects and activities.

Tap is an exciting rhythmic exercise and dance form which is enjoyable to both kids and adults. Rooted in African-American History, tap offers a variety of styles and techniques.

This class will introduce dancers to a funkier side of dance. Great for your active dancer!

A fun and graceful introduction to ballet basics filled with games and story-telling. A wonderful class for the start of your dancer’s journey.

This class is great for your active child! Tumbling with a mix of hip hop dancing! Your little one will learn new tricks and hip hop dance moves for beginners.

Your dancer will learn basic locomotor movements, ballet & tap terminology and positions, stretch, play games and have fun while learning the fundamentals of tap & ballet.

You dancer will learn basic locomotor movements, ballet & tap terminology and positions, stretch, play games and have fun while learning the fundamentals of tap & ballet.

A fun and graceful introduction to ballet basics filled with games and story-telling. Young dancers will learn independence in a creative ballet setting. A wonderful class for the start of your dancer’s journey.

A fun blend of Hip Hop and Tumbling. A perfect class for that active child that loves to MOVE!

Tippy Toes is an introduction to classical ballet for 2-3 year olds using creative, imaginative role-playing and movement. Students work on following directions, listening and moving as a group as well as an individual.

Acro is not the typical tumbling or gymnastics class. Blending gymnastics and dance skills, our experienced acro instructor will guide the class towards increased flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline and concentration.

Hip Hop In the first introductory levels, the staple steps of hip hop are explored. A foundation is set as well as introducing dancers to a funkier side of dance. A challenge for many students is breaking out of their comfort zone, and is overcome through a self-expressive dance circle at the end of the class. As the levels progress, different movements and styles are explored as their age and ability increases. In the higher levels, there is less focus on the staple steps and more of an exploration of various styles through a foundation of strong technique and musicality. Age appropriate music is always selected for each level, keeping each class a fun and exciting environment for all!

Being that ballet is a core subject in all dance training, students will be educated and challenged to continually grow and develop their technique. Ballet training will also work on providing grace, strength, poise, balance and flexibility which will help improve students’ training in other subjects and activities. At an advanced level, ballet students may have the opportunity to go on pointe and have more opportunities to study the unique and beautiful style of ballet performance.

Jazz combines many styles and techniques from ethnic and contemporary dance to ballet. Rhythm, upon which all dance forms depend, is particularly integral to jazz dance. The first half of class consists of exercises to stretch and tone muscles and develop support for proper stress-free alignment of the skeletal structure. Using jazz, soul, R&B, ethnic and pop music, jazz classes are a great work-out and a fun way to release tension while attaining a body awareness that can be applied to everyday activities.

Tap is an exciting rhythmic exercise and dance form which is enjoyable to both kids and adults. Rooted in African-American History, tap offers a variety of styles and techniques. Students will realize results in dance movement after a minimum of classes. The classes stress the basics of tap and build into combinations which are great to watch and delightful to hear. Try tap for fun and fitness.

Ballet is great for developing flexibility, muscle tone and a stable core to improve posture. At DTNW, it’s never too late to learn and enjoy the benefits that come with developing a new skill set. Step out of your comfort zone – our adult Ballet classes will LIFT your spirits!